ORCHARD HILLS COUNTRY CLUB

A Note from the President

This year promises to be better than last for OHCC.  We have started the year with a positive cash position.  We have signed our new mortgage and with all the changes our interest rate is better and the monthly payment is less.  If the numbers remain similar to last year, which we are predicting, we will end the year in a much better position.

Having said that, we need new members, so encourage your friends to come join us in one capacity or another.  Just a few new memberships make a significant difference in our bottom line.

I am looking forward to seeing all of you on the course or in the clubhouse in the very near future.  Thank you for your support as we start another year.

As always you are the club's best advocates so please continue to invite others to join OHCC.

Ed Beitzel

President, OHCC

A Note from the General Manager

I am very happy to report that we have lost very few members by the December 31, 2009 resignation deadline.  It would appear that we really have something to build on.  We are really seeing some positive signs that we are going to have a better year in 2010.  And believe me OHCC is not alone when it comes to membership issues.  But, I take it as a challenge and I think it is true in any business that you go through difficult times in your industry.  You have to be smart and stay in the game.  Sometimes that can be a bit painful and all businesses have been through it.

So, our staff is working very hard on all facets of our business.  The most important area we will improve is our staff's dedication to our existing members.  We will be offering improved service, events, and programs that bring enjoyment and value to your membership.

We are also working on Monday outings, weddings, and parties.  These are things that I know can be a bit controversial but they are an integral part of our business.  I will work with our staff to make sure this is not an inconvenience to your golf and dining experience.

Chuck Pullen and Golf Chairman, Chip Steffey have assured me that our golf schedule will look completely different this year.  Some new events and exciting revisions to old favorites, including the Invitational.   And it looks like they are cooking up a family golf day.

Speaking of cooking, we are excited to have Steve and Steve back this year.  They learned much about our business this past season and are very excited about the 2010 season.  We are insisting that our service is "over the top" good this season.  Steve Szaday will be out front more controlling and looking GQ.  It is hard for Steve in a small operation, he is pulled in several directions and trying to keep costs low.  Our lead person in the clubhouse will be doing multiple walk throughs every day, to assure quality and cleanliness.

Speaking of quality, our golf course superintendent is working hard and ready for the season to start.  He is a wonderful young man.  I just cannot say enough good things about him.

As always if you know anybody that is interested in membership, please have them contact Steve Szaday or myself here at the club.  Also, if you play in any area golf outings that we could host here at OHCC, please contact PGA Pro Chuck Pullen or myself to give us a chance.  We offer a great total package that other courses cannot compete with.

We are running an aggressive Junior Membership promo this year.  Dues are only $1500 for the year.  We would like to get more young people and families using our great facility.  We are also running our usual discount on all other classes of golf membership.  10% off for new members and 10% off for the sponsoring member.  Or all 20% can be forwarded on to the new member.

I just cannot tell you how much I am looking forward to getting this season off to the best year ever at Orchard Hills.  Looking forward to seeing everyone soon!!

Bill Loux

General Manager

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